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West Virginia

Health Service Worker

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What they do

A Health Technician or Technologist (Other) performs medical tests and operates diagnostic equipment. May specialize working in mental health, emergency medicine, occupational health, or in a medical laboratory.

$44,942 / year median in West Virginia

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

These positions provide clinical and administrative support to healthcare providers while promoting public health and ensuring quality patient care at a public health department setting. These positions perform basic Certified Medical Assistant duties under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician. Perform related work as required such as: collecting laboratory specimens including phlebotomy procedures, administering immunizations and medications as directed by licensed provider, educating patients and families on treatment procedures and disease prevention and wellness, maintaining accurate medical records (HER/EMR), scheduling appointments, updating patient information, handling billing and insurance, answering phones and supporting public health programs such as immunization clinics and other related work as required. Click The APPLY Link To Apply Online .
Training:
High school diploma or the equivalent.
AND Experience:
One (1) year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid or volunteer experience in the care, treatment and development of patients or residents of a healthcare facility.
OR Substitution:
Certification or registration as a Nursing Assistant or Nurse Aide may substitute for the required training and experience.
PG:
6 $27,923 - $47,237
Market Rate:
$42,237
Preferences:
Current Certified Medical Assistance certificate Experience in: Collecting lab specimens, performing phlebotomy, administering injections of immunizations and/or medications, scheduling appointments, managing medical records (HER/EMR), updating patient information, handling billing and insurance and answering phones.